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By Nick Whittaker Posted on February 23, 2020March 1, 2020

Jack Draper loses out in Glasgow final

Teenager Jack Draper was unable to win his first ITF title of the season after losing to Lucas Poullain 0-6 7-5 6-3 in Glasgow. Playing in just his third tournament … Continue reading Jack Draper loses out in Glasgow final

Categories: GB TennisTags: british tennis, Jack Draper, tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on June 22, 2019June 22, 2019

Are we right to expect British wild cards at Wimbledon?

Who really deserves a wild card into Wimbledon?

Categories: GB TennisTags: british tennis, tennis, wimbledon, wimbledon 2019
By Nick Whittaker Posted on March 9, 2019August 22, 2019

Jonny O’Mara: The sweet success of the doubles tour

Jonny O’Mara speaks to The Big Racket about his rise into the top 50 and his future as a doubles specialist.

Categories: ATP, GB Tennis, InterviewsTags: british tennis, interview, jonny o'mara
By Nick Whittaker Posted on December 29, 2018December 29, 2018

Jo Konta to start season against Sloane Stephens

British number one Johanna Konta will start her 2019 season against third seed Sloane Stephens, after the draw for the Brisbane International was made. Konta will be looking to cause … Continue reading Jo Konta to start season against Sloane Stephens

Categories: GB Tennis, WTATags: british tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on December 23, 2018August 22, 2019

Greg Howe interview: what happened after Chasing Points?

In part one of our interview with Greg Howe, we catch up with the recent author as he reflect on his career and explains what happened next.

Categories: GB Tennis, InterviewsTags: british tennis, GB Tennis, interview, tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on June 3, 2018June 3, 2018

What can we expect to see from the Surbiton Trophy?

With all British interest over at the French Open, attention will now be drawn towards the grass season as players look to get into shape ahead of Wimbledon. The main … Continue reading What can we expect to see from the Surbiton Trophy?

Categories: GB TennisTags: british tennis, Dan Evans, heather watson, James Ward, Surbiton Trophy
By Nick Whittaker Posted on May 20, 2018June 7, 2018

Olivia Nicholls proves there’s success to be had in doubles

British tennis player, Olivia Nicholls, has been one of the standout British performers this year, following her success in the doubles. We catch up with the 23 year-old to see what has inspired her form and what her future plans are in the sport.

Categories: GB Tennis, InterviewsTags: british tennis, Olivia Nicholls, tennis
By Nick Whittaker Posted on April 23, 2018

Boulter fights back to seal Obidos Ladies Open

Britain’s Katie Boulter rises to a new career high following her best title to date.

Categories: GB TennisTags: british tennis, katie boulter
By Nick Whittaker Posted on February 18, 2018June 7, 2018

Katy Dunne loses in Perth final

Katy Dunne loses to Irina Khromacheva in Sunday’s final, but can build on a fantastic week in Perth.

Categories: GB TennisTags: british tennis, katy dunne
By Nick Whittaker Posted on January 5, 2018February 18, 2018

10 minutes with… Maia Lumsden

Teenager Maia Lumsden gives The Big Racket the lowdown on her first full professional season and tells us about her plans for 2018.

Categories: GB Tennis, InterviewsTags: british tennis, maia lumsden, tennis, WTA
By Nick Whittaker Posted on December 28, 2017

8 British players to watch out for in 2018

Which British players will shine bright in 2018 and who can build on a fantastic 2017? Here, we take a look at eight players to watch ahead of the new season.

Categories: GB TennisTags: alex ward, british tennis, gabriella taylor, jay clarke, jodie burrage, jonathan gray, katie boulter, maia lumsden, tom farquharson
By Nick Whittaker Posted on December 16, 2017July 19, 2018

Emily Webley-Smith: still striving to improve

Emily Webley-Smith, 33, is about to embark on her 15th year as a professional tennis player. Ranked outside the top 500, what are her goals for 2018? And what motivates her to keep playing, despite numerous injury setbacks?

Categories: GB Tennis, InterviewsTags: british tennis, emily webley-smith, itf

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